Russian and Belarusian athletes allowed to compete at Winter Paralympics
Russian and Belarusian athletes can compete as neutrals at the upcoming Winter Paralympics in Beijing, the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has confirmed.
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Winter Paralympics 2022: Russia and Belarus athletes classed as neutral after Ukraine invasion
Athletes from Russia and Belarus will be allowed to compete as neutrals at the 2022 Winter Paralympics in Beijing following the invasion of Ukraine.
Russian and Belarusian athletes can compete as neutrals at Beijing Winter Games
Russian and Belarusian athletes can compete as neutrals at the upcoming Winter Paralympics in Beijing, the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) said on Wednesday following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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